Unforgettable Tour Highlights

▶ Kaiyuan Temple – A Millennium of Tang & Song Legacy
Visit Kaiyuan Temple, founded in the Tang Dynasty (686 AD) and the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian Province. Marvel at its two Song Dynasty pagodas, the Sweet Dew Altar, and the Qilin Wall – a living museum of over 1,500 years of history.

▶ Luoyang Bridge – First Cross-Sea Stone Bridge in China
Walk across the “Number One Bridge under Heaven” – Luoyang Bridge. Built in 1053 (Song Dynasty), this 834-meter granite beam bridge spans the Luoyang River and was a key structure on the Maritime Silk Road from Quanzhou, the world’s largest port at that time.

▶ Quanzhou’s UNESCO Maritime Silk Road Sites
Explore the Holy Tomb (Islamic), Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum, Zhenwu Temple (Taoist), Jiangkou Wharf, Tianhou Temple (Mazu), and the Deji Gate Ruins – all testament to Quanzhou’s golden age as a global trading hub.

▶ Xiamen’s Cultural & Coastal Gems
Discover Xiamen’s Old Yard (Minsu culture), Jimei School Village (architecture by Tan Kah Kee), Zengcuo'an Village, and the scenic Huandao Road. Then take a ferry to Gulangyu Island, a pedestrian-only island with colonial villas and piano museums.

▶ Night Cruise & Zhongshan Road
Enjoy a dazzling night cruise on the Yujiang River (Xiamen’s Egret River) and stroll along Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street for local snacks and shopping.

Itinerary Quick Look

Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests and schedule.

Detailed Daily Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Quanzhou
Arrive at Quanzhou Railway Station. Your personal driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel . After check-in, free time to rest or explore nearby. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 2: Quanzhou UNESCO Heritage Sites
After breakfast, visit the Holy Tomb (Islamic tombs of two saints). Then head to the Quanzhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum. Next, marvel at the 1,000-year-old Luoyang Bridge, the first cross-sea stone beam bridge in China. Continue to Zhenwu Temple (Taoist, a key site for maritime prayers) and Jiangkou Wharf, a surviving ancient port. Finally, explore Tianhou Temple (dedicated to the sea goddess Mazu) and the adjacent Deji Gate Ruins. Return to your hotel. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 3: Quanzhou to Xiamen
After breakfast, visit Qingjing Mosque, one of China’s oldest Islamic mosques. Then go to Kaiyuan Temple, West Street, and Xiaoxi’an (a popular photo spot). Afterwards, transfer to Xiamen (approx. 1.5 hours). Visit Xiamen Old Yard, a cultural park showcasing Minnan folk customs. Continue to Jimei School Village, built by philanthropist Tan Kah Kee. Then stroll through Zengcuo’an Village (artistic seaside village) and along Huandao Road (coastal road). Overnight at your hotel (in Xiamen).

Day 4: Gulangyu – Zhongshan Road – Night Cruise
After breakfast, take a ferry to Gulangyu Island (return ferry included). Explore the car-free island’s colonial architecture, piano museums, and quiet alleys. Return to Xiamen. In the afternoon/evening, walk along Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street for shopping and snacks. Then enjoy a Yujiang (Egret River) night cruise, admiring the illuminated skyline. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 5: Free Day – Departure
After breakfast, the day is free for you to explore Xiamen at your own pace. You may visit a local market, relax in a park, or do last-minute shopping. At the scheduled time, your driver will transfer you to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport or Xiamen Railway Station for your departure. End of tour.

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